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Job Opportunities with Amazon Conservation

Director of Finance

Amazon Conservation seeks a Finance Director to be responsible for all financial matters of the organization. They will report directly to the Executive Director and work closely with the Board of Directors. The Director of Finance will oversee all compliance, budgeting, financial reporting, and financial management for federal government contracts and grants, foundation awards, and other sources of income. In addition, they will partner with the senior program and administrative leadership to develop and implement financial strategies and risk assessment across the organization and in coordination with our sister organizations in Peru and Bolivia. They will be a key leader in the organization’s management team and must be able to adapt to a continually evolving environment and thrive in an autonomous and deadline-oriented workplace.

Please see the full position description and instructions on how to apply HERE.

Candidates are reviewed on a rolling basis. Position is open until filled and is available immediately.

Administrative Coordinator

Amazon Conservation is currently seeking an energetic and versatile administrative professional for a full-time position based in Washington, DC. This position will provide administrative support and coordination to the DC team with a focus on operation and development. The Administrative Coordinator’s activities will be focused on strengthening the capacity and efficiency of operations for the Washington, DC office. The candidate must have the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues at all levels, both internal and external to Amazon Conservation. The Administrative Coordinator will report to the Finance Director.

Please see the full position description and instructions on how to apply HERE.

Candidates are reviewed on a rolling basis. Position is open until filled and is available immediately.

Internship Opportunities at Amazon Conservation

Amazon Conservation is a creative, hard-working, team-oriented conservation organization and we welcome interns with the same qualities.

Our internships are highly competitive and typically offered to candidates with specialized skills, relevant experience, and good language skills (but see each internship for detailed specifics).

In addition to a hands-on internship experience, interning at Amazon Conservation gives you the opportunity to learn about nonprofit management and a chance to contribute to the conservation of one of the most diverse ecosystems in the world.

Current internship opportunities at our Washington, DC office:

We offer three internship cycles a year:

Winter: January to May
Summer: June to August
Fall: September to December

Specific dates flexible, internships remain the same from cycle to cycle.

Internship schedules are flexible and all are encouraged to apply, but preference will be given to interns who can commit at least two full days a week in the office.*

*Note that this requirement is not applicable during COVID-19, as all of our staff are currently working remotely.

Most internships are unpaid; if you are seeking credit for this internship, we are happy to work with you and your school. Please refer to the specific internship listing for details regarding the availability of funding for the position you are interested in.

To apply, please follow the instructions in the internship description and send all documents to applications@amazonconservation.org Applications are accepted on a rolling basis; internships are open until filled.